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For each of the following, find the least number that must be added so that the resulting number is a perfect square.

55078

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Using division method:

For each of the following, find the least number that must be added so that the resulting number is a perfect square. Squares and Square Roots, Concise Mathematics Solutions ICSE Class 8.

Clearly, 55078 is greater than 2352.

∴ On adding the required number to 55078, we shall be getting 2352 i.e, 55225.

So, the required number = 55225 - 55078 = 147.

Hence, 147 should be added to 55078.

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